DoD's DINFOS Instructor Support Contract Awarded to Engility LLC for $27.9M
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $27,942,761 ($27.9M)
Contractor: Engility LLC
Awarding Agency: Department of Defense
Start Date: 2010-07-13
End Date: 2014-09-12
Contract Duration: 1,522 days
Daily Burn Rate: $18.4K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: TIME AND MATERIALS
Sector: Other
Official Description: DINFOS INSTRUCTOR SUPPORT
Place of Performance
Location: ALEXANDRIA, ALEXANDRIA CITY County, VIRGINIA, 22314
State: Virginia Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Defense obligated $27.9 million to ENGILITY LLC for work described as: DINFOS INSTRUCTOR SUPPORT Key points: 1. Contract awarded to Engility LLC for instructor support services. 2. Full and open competition was utilized for this award. 3. The contract duration was 1522 days. 4. The total award value reached $27.9 million. 5. Services fall under Administrative Management and General Management Consulting.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The contract's total value of $27.9M over approximately four years suggests a moderate annual spend. Benchmarking against similar administrative management consulting contracts would be necessary to fully assess pricing fairness, especially given the time and materials pricing structure.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The use of full and open competition is a positive indicator for price discovery. However, the time and materials pricing type can sometimes lead to cost overruns if not closely monitored, potentially impacting the final price paid.
Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayers benefit from the competitive bidding process, which aims to secure the best value. Vigilant oversight is crucial to ensure costs remain within reasonable bounds for the services rendered.
Public Impact
Ensures continuity of instructor support for Department of the Army training. Supports critical training functions within the Department of Defense. Engility LLC, a significant government contractor, is the awardee. Contract duration spans multiple fiscal years, indicating long-term need.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Time and Materials pricing structure
- Potential for cost overruns without strict oversight
Positive Signals
- Full and open competition utilized
- Supports critical defense training needs
Sector Analysis
This contract falls within the administrative management and general management consulting services sector, a common area for government outsourcing. Spending benchmarks in this sector vary widely based on the specific services and duration, but a $27.9M award over four years is a substantial commitment.
Small Business Impact
The data does not indicate whether small businesses were involved as subcontractors on this contract. Further analysis would be needed to determine the extent of small business participation.
Oversight & Accountability
The contract's duration and value necessitate robust oversight from the Department of the Army to ensure performance standards are met and costs are controlled, particularly given the time and materials pricing. Awarding a delivery order suggests a task-order based approach within a larger contract vehicle.
Related Government Programs
- Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services
- Department of Defense Contracting
- Department of the Army Programs
Risk Flags
- Time and Materials pricing risk
- Potential for scope creep
- Contractor performance variability
- Adequacy of competition for specialized skills
Tags
administrative-management-and-general-ma, department-of-defense, va, delivery-order, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Defense awarded $27.9 million to ENGILITY LLC. DINFOS INSTRUCTOR SUPPORT
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is ENGILITY LLC.
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Defense (Department of the Army).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $27.9 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2010-07-13. End: 2014-09-12.
What specific instructor support tasks were included in this contract, and how do they align with the NAICS code 541611?
NAICS code 541611 covers administrative management and general management consulting services. For this contract, it likely encompassed providing qualified instructors, curriculum support, training material development, and potentially logistical support for training programs. The specific tasks would detail the scope of instructor duties, ensuring alignment with the broader management consulting framework.
How effectively was the time and materials pricing structure managed to prevent cost overruns throughout the contract's lifecycle?
Effective management of a Time and Materials (T&M) contract hinges on stringent oversight, clear task definitions, and regular performance reviews. Agencies must monitor labor hours, material costs, and indirect rates closely. Establishing cost ceilings, requiring detailed justifications for hours worked, and conducting audits are crucial to prevent overruns and ensure value for taxpayer money.
What was the overall effectiveness of Engility LLC in fulfilling the DINFOS instructor support requirements, and did it meet the Department of the Army's training objectives?
Assessing the overall effectiveness requires reviewing performance metrics, contractor past performance evaluations, and user feedback from trainees and DINFOS leadership. Meeting training objectives would be measured against established learning outcomes and the successful graduation rates of students. Without specific performance data, it's difficult to definitively state effectiveness, but the contract's renewal or completion suggests a level of satisfaction.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › Management, Scientific, and Technical Consulting Services › Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services
Product/Service Code: SUPPORT SVCS (PROF, ADMIN, MGMT) › PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Solicitation Procedures: SUBJECT TO MULTIPLE AWARD FAIR OPPORTUNITY
Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: TIME AND MATERIALS (Y)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Parent Company: Science Applications International Corporation (UEI: 078745061)
Address: 4803 STONECROFT BLVD, CHANTILLY, VA, 20151
Business Categories: Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Not Designated a Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $53,974,823
Exercised Options: $28,226,798
Current Obligation: $27,942,761
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL ITEM PROCEDURES NOT USED
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: GS23F9814H
IDV Type: FSS
Timeline
Start Date: 2010-07-13
Current End Date: 2014-09-12
Potential End Date: 2022-06-18 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2021-11-25
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